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Easy Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas Recipe with Zesty Lime and Cilantro for Perfect Dinner

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A quick and easy sheet pan chicken fajitas recipe featuring juicy chicken, colorful bell peppers, and a fresh zing of lime and cilantro. Perfect for fuss-free weeknight dinners with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into thin strips
  • 3 bell peppers (red, green, and yellow), sliced into strips
  • 1 large yellow or white onion, sliced thin
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika (smoked paprika works great)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Juice of 1 large lime
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
  • Flour or corn tortillas, warmed, to serve

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Slice chicken breasts or thighs into thin strips about ½ inch wide. Slice bell peppers and onion into similar-sized strips.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk until fragrant.
  4. Add sliced chicken, peppers, and onions to the bowl and toss thoroughly to coat evenly with seasoning and oil.
  5. Spread the chicken and veggies in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet, avoiding overcrowding.
  6. Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and veggies are tender with slight char.
  7. Remove from oven, squeeze fresh lime juice over the fajitas, and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
  8. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or wrapped in foil in the oven for 2-3 minutes.
  9. Serve fajita filling on warm tortillas with optional toppings like sour cream, avocado slices, or shredded cheese.

Notes

If peppers or onions brown too quickly, tent the pan loosely with foil. Cooking times may vary depending on oven and thickness of chicken strips. Add fresh lime juice and cilantro after cooking to preserve brightness. For gluten-free, use corn tortillas. For extra heat, add sliced jalapeños or cayenne pepper to seasoning.

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